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Lion Family Simulator Game vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Lion Family Simulator Game's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Lion Family Simulator Game
This App
Cheetah Simulator
Nemesis
Animal Simulator 3D-Crocodile
Contender
Wild Lion Simulator Games 3D
Contender
Eagle Simulator 3D Falcon Bird
Contender
Snow Leopard Simulator
Contender
Grand City Taxi Driving Games
Peer
Wild Cheetah Simulator 3D
Peer
Angry Crocodile Attack Game 3D
Peer
Real Elephant Simulator Game 3D
Peer
Core Identity
DeveloperUmair AfzalGluten Free GamesSunggu KangMuhammad AlamgirMuneeb FaisalGluten Free GamesTayyab SultanAbdur RafayMuhammad AkramEiko Morozumi
CategoryGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGames
PlatformiOS, AndroidAndroid, iOSiOSiOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOSiOS, AndroidAndroid, iOSiOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating3.3 / 54.4 / 52.7 / 54.5 / 51.0 / 54.5 / 54.1 / 54.1 / 54.1 / 53.8 / 5
Ratings Count61,254131931,1692431145
PriceFree$0.99FreeFreeFree$0.99FreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateJan 22, 2025Oct 12, 2014Feb 2, 2018May 17, 2023May 3, 2023Dec 9, 2014Jan 24, 2023Aug 20, 2023Feb 4, 2022Mar 17, 2016
Last UpdatedFeb 28, 2025Nov 14, 2018Feb 2, 2018Oct 17, 2025Aug 29, 2024Nov 7, 2018Mar 26, 2026Mar 10, 2026Feb 4, 2022Aug 30, 2016
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentimentmixedmixedmixedterriblenegativepositive-positivemixed-
Score60/10065/10050/10010/10035/10085/100-65/10050/100-
Praises-
  • Raising and nurturing a virtual cheetah family provides a satisfying emotional connection for younger players
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  • Appreciation for the core eagle simulation concept and visual representation of birds
  • Realistic simulation mechanics
  • Ad-free experience
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  • Core cheetah simulation mechanics provide high entertainment value for younger audiences
  • Diverse animal targets
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Complaints-
  • Spawning below the terrain at the den location causes game-breaking progress loss for active players
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  • Absence of promised animal variety and level progression mechanics frustrates players expecting a simulator experience
  • Excessive and intrusive advertisement frequency prevents access to the core gameplay loop
  • Technical glitches and unresponsive combat mechanics hinder progress in early game levels
  • Lack of new content
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  • Movement speed mechanics make the cheetah feel sluggish during active gameplay sessions
  • Technical instability on Android
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Requests-
  • Multiplayer functionality to allow hunting in packs with friends or other players
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  • Implementation of promised animal species and simulator mechanics to match the advertised game content
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  • Cloud save support
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  • Expanded survival mechanics including boss battles and predator threats for den protection
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • 3D jungle environment creates visual immersion
  • Cub-training mechanic provides clear progression path
  • Ad-free, one-time purchase model creates a clear value proposition against ad-heavy simulators
  • Family-raising progression loop sustains session length
  • Multi-animal selection menu provides immediate variety at launch
  • Modern 3D graphics engine provides a contemporary visual experience for new players.
  • RPG-lite progression system provides a clear, goal-oriented retention loop
  • One-time purchase model removes ad-friction, building trust with parents and casual users.
  • Procedural weather system provides atmospheric depth absent in static-world rivals.
  • Modern 3D asset quality provides visual fidelity advantage over legacy titles
  • Urban-focused gameplay loop offers low barrier to entry for casual drivers
  • Family-survival loop drives long-term DAU
  • Multiplayer mode expands ad-inventory per user
  • Diverse animal target list increases gameplay variety
  • Environmental stealth mechanics provide a tactical experience
  • Pressure-sensitive growth model provides unique visual feedback for nurturing progress
Weaknesses
  • 3.33 rating on iOS indicates inconsistent satisfaction
  • Lack of multiplayer limits social retention
  • Persistent terrain-collision bugs at the den location
  • Lack of end-game content after reaching maximum level
  • 2.69 rating indicates low user satisfaction
  • No progression mechanics to drive retention
  • Total lack of promised animal species and simulator mechanics as cited in user complaints.
  • 1.0/5.0 iOS rating on 3 reviews indicates severe quality control failures
  • 2.71/5.0 Android rating on 295 reviews confirms widespread dissatisfaction
  • Lack of content updates since the latest release creates a stagnation risk.
  • No cloud-save functionality despite user requests.
  • No real-time multiplayer interaction
  • Lack of deep vehicle customization limits long-term meta-game retention
  • Reliance on ad-supported revenue creates high sensitivity to session churn
  • Movement physics feel slower than walking pace
  • Misleading store screenshots erode user trust
  • 2.0★ Android rating indicates severe technical regressions
  • Progression system lacks depth compared to category leaders
  • Zero in-app purchase monetization limits revenue potential
  • Singular character focus reduces long-term replayability
Pricingfreemiumpaidfreefreefreepaidfreefreefreemiumfree
MomentumMaintenanceZombieZombieZombieZombieZombieIntenseMaintenanceZombieZombie
Update Cadence2 versions, ~405d avg2 versions, ~2539d avg1 versions1 versions2 versions, ~505d avg2 versions, ~2550d avg5 versions2 versions, ~140d avg2 versions, ~1547d avg2 versions, ~166d avg

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